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FOUNTAIN VALLEY CITY OF 10200 SLATER AVE FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIFORNIA 92708 714-593-4567
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Updated: February 12, 2025
Position Title: FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC
The City of Fountain Valley is currently accepting applications for Firefighter/Paramedic. All applicants must complete and submit an employment application by visiting the City’s website at www.fountainvalley.gov/261/Employment-Opportunities. All required certifications/licenses MUST be submitted with the completed employment application. All applicants must take the FireTEAM test though the National Testing Network. Lateral candidates are waived from the FireTEAM exam and CPAT. Applicants must provide proof that they have successfully completed a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) or Biddle Physical Ability Test (PAT) within the last 12 months.
Recruitment will close Monday, February 10, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
Salary Information: $97,077.73 – $117,998.60 ANNUALLY
Benefits Information: The City of Fountain Valley offers an excellent benefit package including, CalPERS retirement, city paid-contribution towards health benefits, city paid holidays, sick leave and vacation leave, special pays including exposure pay, longevity, paramedic bonus pay, educational incentive, and physical fitness pay.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:
The Fire Department's duty is to provide the community with outstanding service aimed to safeguard our citizens and property. The 46 dedicated professionals of the Fountain Valley Fire Department strive to deliver high quality paramedic and rescue, fire suppression, fire prevention, public safety and education and emergency preparedness programs to the community. The Fire Department operates from two fire stations staffed by two advanced life support engine companies, one advanced life support truck company and one battalion commander operating 24 hours a day collectively responding annually to approximately 7,000 all-risk emergency responses.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, ORANGE COUNTY, CA:
We are minutes from points of interest such as Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, the beach, and world class shopping. Major employers include Fountain Valley Regional Hospital, Orange Coast Memorial Hospital, Kingston Technology, and Hyundai Motor America.
Population: 59,987
Candidate Contact PersonDalma ArteagaHuman Resources Analyst (714) 593-4506dalma.arteaga@fountainvalley.org
JOB REQUIREMENTS:Academy GraduateCandidates may apply for the Firefighter Paramedic position if they have graduated from a California State Board of Fire Service Approved fire Academy or equivalent Fire Academy or have their California State Certified Firefighter I AND possess a Paramedic License.Academy Graduate/Attending Paramedic SchoolCandidates may apply for the Firefighter Paramedic position if they have graduated from a California State Board of Fire Service Approved Fire Academy AND are currently in a field internship portion of a California State Licensed Paramedic School and will possess a Paramedic License by appointment date.EDUCATION:High School graduation or equivalent or possession of a General Education Development Test (GED) certificate is required.EXPERIENCE:Previous experience working as a full-time paid firefighter in a municipal Fire Department is highly desirable.REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
The first 100 completed employment applications submitted online to the City of Fountain Valley that have also completed the NTN written exam by the filing deadline will be reviewed to be considered for advancement. SELECTION PROCESS:APPLICATION REVIEW: A review of each application and attachments will be conducted. Certifications and licenses must be entirely legible and must be scanned and attached to the application. Faxes, postmarks and hand delivery will not be accepted. After certificates and/or licenses are scanned and saved as a file on your computer, you can click on the "Add Attachments" link in the Job Application step of the employment application in order to upload the files.WRITTEN EXAM: (Weighted 15%) All applicants must take the FireTEAM test though the NTN. Candidates are required to pay a fee to NTN to take the FireTeam exam. You may visit the NTN website at https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com for more information regarding test dates/test sites. NTN scores are considered valid with the City of Fountain Valley if obtained within the dates of May 1, 2022 – May 1, 2023.ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weighted 60%) Will evaluate the candidate's experience, training, and personal qualifications that are essential for successful performance on the job.PARAMEDIC SKILLS ASSESSMENT: (Weighted 25%) Will evaluate the candidate’s knowledge of pre-hospital medicine as it relates to the National Registry standard.EEO/ADA STATEMENT: The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the exam date.IMPORTANT RECRUITMENT INFORMATION: All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the preemployment process which may include but is not limited to: reference check, background investigation, credit check, California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), polygraph, post-offer psychological, post-offer drug test and post-offer medical examination.
